sidecar
This is a classic recipe for the Sidecar cocktail. Its history is unclear, but the famous Ritz Hotel in Paris claims ownership. It was created around the end of World War II and was named after the sidecar that was attached to motorcycles that troops used frequently for transportation in certain rugged regions of Europe that were difficult to reach by foot. Incidentally, the sidecar was designed by French Army officer, M. Bertoux, as a way to carry passengers on early model bicycles. Eventually it was re-designed so it could be used to carry passengers on motorcycles.
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prep time
20 Min
cook time
method
No-Cook or Other
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- - fresh squeezed lemon juice
- - granulated sugar
- 1 cup cognac or quality brandy
- 1/2 cup triple sec or cointreau (orange liqueur)
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 - maraschino cherry or curled lemon peel,for garnish
How To Make sidecar
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Step 1Place 4 martini/cocktail glasses in freezer for 15 to 30 minutes, to frost.
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Step 2Rub a lemon half on rim of each martini glass, then turn glasses over and dip rims in a small plate of sugar until rims are coated with sugar.
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Step 3Combine cognac, Triple Sec, lemon juice and ice cubes in a large cocktail shaker or juice pitcher. Shake well, and pour into the 4 martini glasses.
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Step 4Garnish with a cherry or lemon peel, and serve.
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Culture:
French
Category:
Cocktails
Diet:
Low Fat
Diet:
Dairy Free
Diet:
Low Sodium
Diet:
Wheat Free
Diet:
Low Carb
Method:
No-Cook or Other
Ingredient:
Alcohol
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